Yummy Rice Pilaf
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful Yummy Rice Pilaf! Combining fluffy long-grain white rice with the rich aromatics of sautéed onions, garlic, and carrots, this recipe is infused with warm spices like cumin and turmeric for a subtle depth of flavor. Simmered to perfection in chicken or vegetable broth, this easy-to-make pilaf is finished with optional garnishes of toasted nuts and fresh parsley, adding a delightful crunch and a pop of brightness. Perfect as a comforting side dish or paired with your favorite protein, this recipe is ready in just 35 minutes and serves up to four. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or prepping a family meal, this rice pilaf brings a touch of elegance to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium carrot, peeled and finely diced
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 piece bay leaf
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup sliced almonds or cashews (optional, for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until melted and bubbling.
Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and diced carrot, and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the rinsed rice to the pan and stir to coat the grains in the butter and oil. Toast the rice for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, and add the bay leaf, ground cumin, ground turmeric, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid.
Simmer the rice for 15-18 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Fluff the rice gently with a fork and remove the bay leaf.
If desired, garnish the pilaf with sliced almonds or cashews and fresh parsley before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish or pair it with your favorite protein for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
888 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.2 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.6 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 4134 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.0 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.1 g | ||
| Protein | 18.0 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 226 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 872 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
